B.C.: 15 Bestselling Books for the Week of May 9
This article presents the weekly bestselling book list for British Columbia, compiled by the Association of Book Publishers of B.C. for the week ending May 9, 2026. The list highlights titles from independent, B.C.-owned publishers sold in local independent bookstores. Topping the chart is Iona Whishaw's mystery novel 'A False and Fatal Claim,' followed by Carolyn Roberts' children's book 'Tess’s Red Dress' and George M. Abbott's historical analysis 'Unceded.' The list features a diverse range of genres, including memoirs like Wiley Wei-Chium Ho's 'The Astronaut Children of Dunbar Street' and Judy Darcy's 'Leading from the Heart,' as well as non-fiction works such as David Suzuki's 'Lessons From a Lifetime.' Other notable entries include gardening guides, historical biographies, and hiking manuals, reflecting strong local interest in regional history, nature, and social issues. The report serves as a snapshot of current reading trends within the British Columbia literary community, emphasizing support for local authors and independent publishing houses.
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